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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 24, 2009

Contacts:
Tim Wyatt, 972-548-4673
Eric Nishimoto, 972-548-4772

Board of Judges appoints new Collin County Auditor

(McKINNEY, Texas) -- The Collin County Board of District Judges today appointed Jeff May as Collin County Auditor, effective Sept. 1, as Don Cozad retires after serving as Auditor for the last 14 years.

The County Auditor serves as a check on the integrity of financial operations of other county offices, protects county assets, and maintains accurate financial and accounting records. The Auditor is an appointed position that is renewed every two years by a majority vote of state District Judges here.

Mr. May’s appointment took place this morning during a Board of District Judges meeting, state District Judge Chris Oldner said. Mr. May has worked in the Auditor’s Office and the county’s Budget Department during his 14 years with the county, and will oversee a staff of 30 employees.

Mr. Cozad has served as Auditor since 1995, and will retire on Aug. 31.

"We want to congratulate Jeff on his appointment and wish Don Cozad well as he transitions into a much deserved and well-earned retirement," said Judge Oldner.

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